Lead Power Markets Modeler - Hybrid, Boston

Yes Energy; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 135,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Yes Energy seeks a Principal Analyst, Power Markets Modeler to lead asset-level forecasts of the North American electric grid. You will drive methodology and set standards for the data platform, shaping insights across renewable, thermal, and transmission assets.

As a senior SME, you will guide complex modeling projects, mentor teams, and ensure models adapt to regulatory and market shifts. The role is hybrid with Boston-area collaboration and travel as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, mathematics, or quantitative field.
• Strong data analysis skills using Python or R.
• Foundational knowledge of NA power markets and regulatory trends.
• Understanding of optimization modeling and microeconomics.
• Basic finance concepts including NPV.
• Strong communication to explain findings to diverse teams.
• Thrives in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop Grid Models: Build and maintain forecasts of the NA electric grid.
• Market Monitoring: Track trends in renewables, storage, and energy policy.
• Data Automation: Automate ingestion of input datasets and analysis of results.
• Benchmarking & Testing: Plan and execute model benchmarking.
• Quantitative Analysis: Analyze US power grid data across multiple metrics.
• Client Collaboration: Explain market models to clients and success teams.
• Model Ownership: Evolve models over time to adapt to market changes.

Skills

Python

R

Data analysis

SQL

Econometrics

Communication

Dynamic environment

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering, mathematics, or a quantitative field

Advanced degree (Masters/PhD) in engineering, mathematics, or economics

Tools

EnCompass

ENELYTIX

AURORA

PLEXOS

PROMOD

Job description

Yes Energy seeks a Principal Analyst, Power Markets Modeler to lead asset-level forecasts of the North American electric grid. You will drive methodology and set standards for the data platform, shaping insights across renewable, thermal, and transmission assets.

As a senior SME, you will guide complex modeling projects, mentor teams, and ensure models adapt to regulatory and market shifts. The role is hybrid with Boston-area collaboration and travel as needed.